Family Law

• Divorce
  Divorce and family law: People who are going through divorce, custody disputes or other family law problems have enough on their minds without having to worry about how a judge will decide these important issues. Family mediation takes away some of the uncertainty and emotional strain of divorce litigation.
• Child Custody and Visitation
  Ashley zealously advocates for children and their families through her work in child welfare matters; including Care and Protection proceedings, Children Requiring Assistance (CRA) petitions, actions to terminate parental rights, state agency-sponsored guardianships, and any other child custody proceedings where the Department of Children and Families (DCF) is a party or where the court is considering stripping custody from parents.
• Adoption
• Paternity
• Guardianship
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• Child Abuse

Criminal Law

• Criminal Defense
  Rudolph Friedmann’s criminal defense practice is led by partner William A. Korman, a former Suffolk County Prosecutor, a veteran litigator, and a fierce advocate. Our attorneys handle the defense of most criminal charges whether in Massachusetts State Courts, local District Courts, Superior Court, or the Federal Court, and all throughout New England.
• DUI/DWI
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• Wrongful Death
  Obtained a $4 million judgment in a wrongful death action involving the death of an infant due to injuries allegedly inflicted by her nanny in
• Sex Crimes
• Fraud
  First chaired litigation against a global manufacturer of space and military defense systems in a case involving claims of RICO violations, wire fraud, securities fraud and whistleblower retaliation.
• Theft
• Misdemeanors
  Before entering private practice, Will worked as an Assistant District Attorney in Suffolk County, where he was active in the Safe Neighborhood Initiative, a first of its kind community based prosecution model. In that role, Will handled the prosecution of thousands of misdemeanor and felony matters in and around the city of Boston.
• Assault
• Restraining Order
  Successfully represented a large national bank in opposition to an emergency motion for a temporary restraining order filed in the eleventh-hour as an attempt to prevent foreclosure of a commercial property

Business and Corporate Law

• Corporate Law
  Sound ethical practices and proper operational procedures are critical to an organization’s survival. As government regulations have increased, corporate boards and leadership are under additional scrutiny to be transparent and must adhere to strict corporate governance standards. At Rudolph Friedmann, we advise organizations and stakeholders on compliance issues and provide guidance on best practices for business integrity.
• Mergers and Acquisitions
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• Business Formation
  Over the past 40 years, we have represented some of Boston’s most well-known restaurants and hotels while also helping entrepreneurs get started in the restaurant industry. We understand the unique business challenges and legal concerns faced by businesses in the hospitality industry and have counseled clients on matters ranging from business formation, real estate and employment issues to insurance and liability matters, trademark and copyright law, partnership disputes and much more. Our firm has extensive experience working with some of the most iconic restaurants and hotels in greater Boston as well as throughout New England and our Managing Partner James Rudolph has served on the Board of Directors of the Massachusetts Restaurant Association since 2012.
• Business Disputes
  After more than 12 years managing a local solo practice, George joined Rudolph Friedmann LLP as an associate where he continues to practice in the areas of real estate conveyancing and general litigation. George served as a judicial law clerk to the Justices of the Superior Court after graduating from law school. He then served as an associate in a boutique litigation firm focusing on defending insureds. In his own practice, George represents buyers, sellers and lenders in residential real estate and has cultivated strong relationships with real estate professionals, lenders, builders and developers. In addition, George has an active litigation practice representing landlords in disputes with tenants, bringing actions or defending against claims in business disputes, and representing buyers and sellers of commercial enterprises such as restaurants, shops and professional offices. George oversees the firm’s residential and commercial eviction practice in Massachusetts District and Housing courts.
• Business Transactions
  Alex has negotiated numerous complex, multi-million-dollar commercial transactions. His experience includes leading due diligence efforts, handling contract drafting and negotiations, resolving complex title issues and successfully settling numerous contentious contract claims. Experienced in high-level contract negotiations and dispute resolution strategies, Alex has negotiated and managed the settlement of multi-million-dollar claims, avoiding litigation expenses.
• Limited Liability Companies
  Business entity formation: limited liability companies (LLCs), limited liability partnerships (LLPs), sole proprietorships, joint ventures, partnerships and corporations
• Construction Contracts
• Trade Secrets
• Intellectual Property
  David Connaughton’s practice involves all aspects of intellectual property law including patents, trademarks, and copyrights, with a focus on patent application preparation and prosecution, and litigation matters. David holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering with a focus in Bioengineering.

Employment Law

• Wrongful Termination
  Served as co-trial counsel and obtained a defense verdict after a four-day jury trial in Suffolk Superior Court for a group of national restaurants on all counts in a lawsuit involving wrongful termination and discrimination claims.
• Employment Discrimination
  Adam also represents employees who have been victims of employment discrimination. He has successfully litigated and negotiated the resolution of unlawful employment decisions, including demotions, reprimands, negative performance reviews and terminations.
• Employment Contract
  Jim represents numerous clients relative to the purchase, sale or financing of their businesses. He has drafted and negotiated countless asset purchase and stock purchase agreements. The businesses include, but are not limited to, hotels and restaurants, liquor licenses and other food related concerns, construction businesses (general contractors, subcontractors, material suppliers, architects, engineers), personal service businesses (medical, accounting and legal practices), financial services businesses, travel companies, automobile dealerships, printing companies, manufacturing companies, retail stores, real estate brokerage companies, marinas and boat businesses, and consulting businesses. His services often involve the drafting and review of leases, business related contracts and franchise agreements. Additionally, regarding the sale of businesses, he often drafts and negotiates employment agreements, non-compete, non-hiring and non-solicitation agreements.
• Employment Litigation
  Adam is a partner at Rudolph Friedmann LLP. He is an experienced employment attorney who has counseled and litigated all aspects of the employment relationship. Prior to joining the firm, he was a partner at Ellis & Shafran, a boutique employment firm in Dedham, Massachusetts. For the past five years, Adam was selected to the Massachusetts Super Lawyers Rising Star list for employment litigation, an award recognizing the top 2.5% of attorneys under the age of 40 in Massachusetts.
• Non-compete Agreement
  Routinely draft and negotiate Operating Agreements, Shareholder Agreements, Buy-Sell Agreements, Non-Disclosure Agreements, Non-Compete Agreements, Asset Purchase Agreements, Purchase and Sale Agreements, Master Service Agreements, and Consulting Agreements.
• Severance Agreement
  Adam serves as trusted counsel to executives and other employees on all aspects related to the formation of the employment agreement and separation from employment. He routinely negotiates employment agreements, severance agreements, non-competition, non-solicitation, confidentiality and other employment-related agreements.
• Sexual Harassment
  Investigating and defending employee claims of workplace discrimination, hostile work environment and sexual harassment, including those made to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination (MCAD) regarding illegal discrimination, illegal harassment or violation of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) or the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA)

Property Law

• Real Estate Litigation
  In Massachusetts, residential and commercial condominiums are governed by the Massachusetts Condominium Act, Chapter 183A, which creates a framework for all condo operations, procedures and governance. These regulations differ from traditional real estate law and can be onerous and challenging to navigate. As a condo developer, contractor, owner, lender, tenant or condominium board member, you need specialized and sophisticated legal counsel well-versed in Chapter 183A.
• Premises Liability
  Premises liability: slip and fall, trip and fall, landlord/tenant, dangerous property, stairway injuries, insufficient lighting and inadequate security
• Construction Litigation
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• Real Estate Transactions
  During the COVID pandemic, the Massachusetts Legislature passed a law allowing for Remote Online Notarizations (“RON”). By doing so, real estate transactions could continue even though in-person meetings were discouraged, and the Registries of Deeds were closed to the public. The COVID-era process was tedious. Physical documents needed to be delivered to the signer. Then, the signer and notary would initiate a Zoom or other real time electronic communication where the notary would watch the signer execute documents. The signed documents would then be delivered to the notary where the parties would hold a second Zoom chat to affirm that the signer executed the documents the day before, and the notary would affix the seal stating that the document was being notarized pursuant to “Chapter 71 of the Acts of 2020.” All parties to these transactions had to attest that they were physically present in Massachusetts, and the notary was required to maintain a copy of the Zoom recording for at least ten years. While Chapter 22 of the Acts of 2022 allowed for continued use of RON, on March 31, 2023, the RON authorization expired and remote online notarizations were no longer permitted in Massachusetts.
• Easement
• Land Use and Zoning
  Each of our real estate clients face unique issues and challenges depending on what they are looking to achieve – financing a purchase, selling property, leasing retail space, developing a condominium project or building a residential addition – and our experienced team of real estate attorneys guides each client through the process, making sure that their interests are protected. We are experienced and proficient in real estate transactions, real estate disputes, and land use and zoning matters, and represent clients in all areas of real estate law, including the acquisition and disposition of commercial and residential properties, real estate development, financing, construction and design contracts, title review, lease negotiations, condominium matters, and land use planning and permitting. Our experienced real estate team also represents clients in the disputes that often arise during these transactions.
• Landlord-Tenant Disputes
  Kosanovich v. 80 Worcester Street Associates et al. – Successfully represented plaintiff at a bench trial and on appeal to the Appellate Division of the Boston District Court. Issues presented were piercing the corporate veil, breach of contract and implied warranty of habitability for a renovated condominium. Case was highlighted in
• Property Damage
  Jim has owned sailboats and power boats since he was eight years old. He has bought and sold several boats for himself and represented numerous clients with their boat purchases and sales. He has also represented many new and used boat owners, dealers, marinas and developers relative to maritime related matters including warranty and insurance issues, property damage, personal injury and wrongful death claims. Jim currently represents Cape Yachts, which sells boats made by Beneteau, MJM Yachts, Cobia, Jupiter and Monte Carlo. He presently owns a Beneteau Oceanis sailboat and a Regulator, both of which he keeps in Marblehead.
• Condominium Law
  With decades of experience in condo law, including one lawyer who served three terms as Chair of the Board of Trustees of a large 374-unit Boston high-rise, we represent all parties involved in residential and commercial condominiums in Boston, throughout Massachusetts and across New England. Drawing on our in-depth understanding of condominium law, combined with our expertise in real estate and construction law, we assist clients with a broad range of transactional and litigation matters.

Health Law

• Personal Injury
  Dealing with the pain and stress of being injured in an accident can be devastating, especially if you don’t know what your rights are or where to turn to get help. If you have been seriously injured in a car accident, slip and fall accident, or any other accident, we can help you secure the compensation you’ll need to move forward with your life. Our personal injury attorneys have decades of experience helping injured clients recover damages for medical expenses, lost wages, reduction of earning capacity, loss of consortium, pain and suffering, and loss of life.
• Medical Malpractice
  Suffolk University Law Review and wrote a note on the Charitable Immunity Doctrine and how the doctrine harms people filing medical malpractice actions.
• Auto Accidents
• Social Security Disability
  During law school, Ken worked as a judicial intern for the Boston Municipal Court and served as a student practitioner for the Suffolk University Law School Health Clinic. While working at the health clinic, he successfully represented his client in an appeal of a denial of his Social Security Disability Insurance and secured tens of thousands of dollars in back-payments and ensured his client would receive disability payments for the foreseeable future. Ken was also the Associate Production Editor of the
• Medicaid Planning

Trusts and Estates

• Estate Planning
  Commercial real estate conflicts and contract disputes can turn into costly and time-consuming problems that take resources away from our clients’ real business interests. We have significant, first-hand knowledge of the many complex issues regarding real estate acquisition and development, from construction and permitting to financing, leasing and environmental issues. We take a preventative approach to real estate litigation and, whenever possible, develop innovative solutions that avoid the time and money required to litigate a case in court. When a dispute reaches litigation, however, we fight vigorously for our clients and seek to resolve matters as efficiently as possible.
• Wills
• Trusts
• Power of Attorney
• Probate
  At the law firm of Rudolph Friedmann LLP, our attorneys understand that people work hard to accumulate their assets, from running successful businesses to investing in real estate and everything in between. We understand the importance of protecting those assets and seeing that they are properly passed on to the next generation. We have decades of experience doing just that. We can help you.

Finance Law

• Bankruptcy
  We represent individuals, businesses, debtors, and secured and unsecured creditors in all bankruptcy and debtor-related matters, including bankruptcies, workouts, foreclosures and litigation. Our attorneys have counseled clients through the Chapter 7 bankruptcy process to liquidate assets and discharge debt and Chapter 13 proceedings to reorganize and pay back a portion of their debt. We have also worked with struggling businesses to develop a plan to restructure their finances and get their operations back on track.
• Foreclosure
  Sean is an experienced litigator with more than 15 years of experience. He has a successful track record in state and federal court defending against claims for alleged violations of the Massachusetts Consumer Credit Cost Disclosure Act (MCCCDA), the Fair Debt Collections Practice Act (FDCPA), and the Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act (RESPA). Sean has represented secured creditors in title curative actions and bankruptcy proceedings, as well as in post-foreclosure summary process actions – many of which were heavily contested by former owners arguing the foreclosure sale was unlawfully conducted.
• Tax Law
  Bryan MacCormack is Of Counsel to the firm and focuses his practice in the areas of tax and estate planning. He received his undergraduate degree from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst, and his law degree from Thomas M. Cooley Law School in Lansing, Michigan. Upon graduating from law school, he attended Boston University School of Law and earned a Masters of Tax Law degree (LL.M.). Bryan held positions as a tax consultant for American Express and Deloitte & Touche, and also served as a prosecutor in the Florida state attorney’s office. He joined the firm in 2004 after several years of practice at a Boston law firm. He has settled numerous cases before the IRS, the Appeals division, and the United States Tax Court. Bryan is a member of the Bar in Massachusetts, Florida, New Hampshire, and the District of Columbia.